Pennington County: Meth Found in Hugo’s Checkout Linked to Thief River Falls Man

Ricky Lee Jourdain

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — On April 10, 2025, at approximately 12:22 p.m., a customer at Hugo’s Marketplace in Thief River Falls reported finding a baggie containing a crystal-like substance in the self-checkout change dispenser. Store staff contacted the police, who responded to the scene.​ Surveillance footage reviewed by investigators allegedly showed Ricky Lee Jourdain, 47,… Continue reading Pennington County: Meth Found in Hugo’s Checkout Linked to Thief River Falls Man

Otter Tail County Woman Arrested for Felony Drug Possession

Bobbi Jo LaCrosse

Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) — A 50-year-old woman, Bobbi Jo LaCrosse, was arrested on April 11, 2025, in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, on two felony counts of fifth-degree controlled substance possession. According to the official jail roster, LaCrosse is charged under Minnesota Statute § 152.025.2(1) for possessing Schedule I–IV controlled substances, excluding small amounts of… Continue reading Otter Tail County Woman Arrested for Felony Drug Possession

Otter Tail County Man Arrested for Felony Drug Sale and Possession

Jerome Alan Lengsfeld

Otter Tail County (trfnews.i234.me) — On April 8, 2025, 36-year-old Jerome Alan Lengsfeld was arrested in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, facing two felony charges related to controlled substances. According to the official jail roster, Lengsfeld is charged with:​ Fifth-Degree Sale of a Controlled Substance: Unlawful sale of a Schedule IV controlled substance mixture.​ Fifth-Degree Possession… Continue reading Otter Tail County Man Arrested for Felony Drug Sale and Possession

Pennington County, MN: Christian Johnson Held Without Bail on Felony Drug Charge

Christian Johnson

Pennington County (trfnews.i234.me) — Christian Johnson is currently held at the Pennington County Jail in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, without bail, following his arrest on April 17, 2025. He faces a felony charge under Minnesota Statute § 152.025, subdivision 2(1), for fifth-degree possession of a controlled substance.​ This statute pertains to the unlawful possession of… Continue reading Pennington County, MN: Christian Johnson Held Without Bail on Felony Drug Charge

🚔 Terri Adams Arrested in Beltrami County for 3rd Degree Drug Possession 🚔

Terri Adams

Terri Adams is currently in custody at the Beltrami County Jail following her arrest on January 27, 2025. She has been charged with Third-Degree Drug Possession under Minnesota Statute 152.023.2(a)(4), a felony offense. According to court records, Adams allegedly possessed Schedule I or II narcotics, including LSD, MDA, or MDMA, in a designated school, park,… Continue reading 🚔 Terri Adams Arrested in Beltrami County for 3rd Degree Drug Possession 🚔

🚔 Alyson Jane Brandon Arrested in Polk County for 3rd Degree Drug Possession 🚔

Alyson Jane Brandon

Authorities in Polk County have confirmed the arrest of Alyson Jane Brandon on January 31, 2025. Brandon, born on April 14, 1999, was charged with Third-Degree Drug Possession under Minnesota Statute 152.023.2(a)(4), a felony offense. According to Minnesota law, third-degree drug possession applies when an individual is found in possession of Schedule I or II… Continue reading 🚔 Alyson Jane Brandon Arrested in Polk County for 3rd Degree Drug Possession 🚔

Alyson Jane Brandon Arrested in Polk County for 3rd Degree Drug Possession

🚔 Alyson Jane Brandon Arrested in Polk County for 3rd Degree Drug Possession 🚔

Polk County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Authorities in Polk County have confirmed the arrest of Alyson Jane Brandon on January 31, 2025. Brandon, born on April 14, 1999, was charged with Third-Degree Drug Possession under Minnesota Statute 152.023.2(a)(4), a felony offense.

Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to 18 Months for Methamphetamine Offense

Brian Allen Torkelson

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Brian Allen Torkelson, 34, of Thief River Falls, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for a felony fifth-degree controlled substance crime following a prior conviction. A separate felony charge related to methamphetamine crimes involving children was dismissed. As part of his sentencing, Torkelson is prohibited from using or possessing firearms… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Sentenced to 18 Months for Methamphetamine Offense

Predatory Offender Ryan Adam Benoit Sentenced: Felony Charges and Drug Bust in Pennington County

Ryan Adam Benoit

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—Ryan Adam Benoit, 36, was sentenced for felony offenses, including failure to register as a predatory offender and fifth-degree controlled substance crime. For the registration charge, Benoit received a 24-month prison sentence. He was ordered to register as a predatory offender and provide a DNA sample. Additionally, he was fined $210. This… Continue reading Predatory Offender Ryan Adam Benoit Sentenced: Felony Charges and Drug Bust in Pennington County

East Grand Forks Woman Sentenced to 80 Months for Methamphetamine Conspiracy

Crystal Lea King

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) — On Thursday, January 9, an East Grand Forks resident, Crystal Lea King, aged 43, was sentenced to 80 months in prison for conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime. King had entered a guilty plea to the felony charge in November. She has been credited with six days of… Continue reading East Grand Forks Woman Sentenced to 80 Months for Methamphetamine Conspiracy

Otter Tail County: Cortney Lynn Burnett Sentenced for Fifth-Degree Drug Possession

Cortney Lynn Burnett

Otter Tail County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On December 24, 2024, Cortney Lynn Burnett, a 26-year-old female, was sentenced in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, for a fifth-degree controlled substance crime under Minnesota Statute § 152.025. This statute addresses offenses related to the possession of controlled substances classified in Schedules I through IV, excluding small amounts of marijuana. Revisor Under… Continue reading Otter Tail County: Cortney Lynn Burnett Sentenced for Fifth-Degree Drug Possession

Becker County Arrest: Percy David Kitteaux Jr. Charged with Controlled Substance Offenses

Percy David Kitteaux Jr.

Becker County, MN (trfnews.i234.me)—On January 4, 2025, Percy David Kitteaux Jr., aged 25, was arrested and booked into the Becker County Jail. He faces charges under Minnesota Statutes for controlled substance crimes in the fourth and fifth degrees. Charges: Fourth-Degree Controlled Substance Crime: This charge pertains to the possession of ten or more dosage units… Continue reading Becker County Arrest: Percy David Kitteaux Jr. Charged with Controlled Substance Offenses

Nicholas Hagman Arrested on Felony Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop

Nicholas Hagman

Pennington County, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On December 6, law enforcement conducted a traffic stop in the 2000 block of Greenwood Street East. The driver, identified as 29-year-old Nicholas Hagman from Thief River Falls, was arrested and charged with felony fifth-degree controlled substance crime—citing a previous conviction—and misdemeanor driving after revocation. During transport, Hagman allegedly became… Continue reading Nicholas Hagman Arrested on Felony Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop

East Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty in Drug Conspiracy Case

Crystal Lea King

POLK COUNTY, MN (trfnews.i234.me) -An East Grand Forks woman pleaded guilty on Tuesday, Nov. 5, to conspiracy to commit a first-degree controlled substance crime. Crystal Lea King, 43, faces a maximum sentence of 30 years. With a criminal history score of four, state sentencing guidelines recommend 105 months in prison, with a range of 90… Continue reading East Grand Forks Woman Pleads Guilty in Drug Conspiracy Case

Thief River Falls Man Charged in Traffic Stop Gone Wrong

David Alan Jourdain

Thief River Falls, MN (trfnews.i234.me) – On October 19, at approximately 8:24 p.m., law enforcement officers conducted a traffic stop on First Street West. David Alan Jourdain, a 42-year-old resident of Thief River Falls, was subsequently charged with several offenses. According to the complaint filed against him, the Officer observed Mr. Jourdain operating his vehicle… Continue reading Thief River Falls Man Charged in Traffic Stop Gone Wrong